Search Result For: West African

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Semaglutide boosts heart health, weight loss but may lead to gut problems

A new meta-analysis confirms that semaglutide drugs like Ozempic are not only effective for weight loss, but can also protect the heart. However, certain doses and delivery systems can lead to side effects affecting the gut.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Having a 'sweet tooth' may raise risk of conditions like depression and diabetes

The risk of developing type 2 diabetes, stroke, and depression may be higher in people with a "sweet tooth" who prefer sugary foods, new research suggests.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Semaglutide drugs may help keep Alzheimer's at bay

People with type 2 diabetes who use semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy appear to have a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, new evidence shows.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Starting physical activity after dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by 20%

People who maintain or start physical activity of any intensity after receiving a dementia diagnosis may be at a decreased risk for all-cause mortality, a new study suggests.

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Date: 2024/10/30 - 18:24

Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans

NIH study suggests potential for earlier health interventions for people with West African ancestry.

Date: 2024/10/19 - 19:40

NIH study links neighborhood environment to prostate cancer risk in men with West African genetic ancestry

Increased risk among men in disadvantaged neighborhoods may be linked to chronic stress.

Date: 2024/10/19 - 19:40

NIH releases mpox research agenda

Plan will advance knowledge of virus biology to improve detection, treatment and prevention.

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Date: 2024/10/19 - 19:40

NIH awards $27M to establish new network of genomics-enabled learning health systems

Network will analyze and improve how genomic information is integrated into patient care.

Date: 2024/10/19 - 01:25

NIH launches large study to tackle type 2 diabetes in young people

Effort to identify risk factors for youth-onset type 2 diabetes to improve prevention and treatment.

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Date: 2024/10/19 - 01:25

Mpox vaccine is safe and generates a robust antibody response in adolescents

NIH clinical trial addresses knowledge gap on vaccine use in adolescent populations